The Ringer Fantasy Football Show on Michael Penix Jr.

PodcastPreseason Week 1 Winners and LosersAugust 18, 2026

From the episode

I thought Tua was so bad that Penix could take the job back a lot quicker than I thought. Michael Penix is, I think, has a shot to play week one and appears to be physically feeling really good.

Mentioned at 40:57 – 43:43

STACKED’s take

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Penix could challenge for the starting job sooner than expected.

Michael Penix is viewed as a potential threat to take the starting job from Tua Tagovailoa sooner than expected due to Tua's physical limitations and poor decision-making. Penix appears to be feeling physically good and could potentially make Drake London a more viable fantasy asset if he starts.